Gurtan Ulusoy
Manager Production
Izmir, Torbalı
Summary
Focused professional, experienced in tobacco industry at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in designing efficient production processes in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager Production
Philip Morris - PM TM
Izmir
02.2021 - Current
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Addressed personnel issues and scheduling conflicts promptly.
Manager Project Engineering
Philip Morris International - PM Philsa
İzmir
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Administered annual investment budgets of nearly $5mio each year.
- Proposed design concepts, worked with customers to incorporate changes and oversaw design process.
- Provided technical guidance, peer review and mentorship to junior engineers engaged in system designs.
- Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
Manager Asset Engineering
Philip Morris International - PM Philsa
izmir
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Supervised labor costs and departmental expenses to remain in line with budget.
Senior Engineer
Philip Morris International - PM Italy
Bologna
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Controlled project costs by approving expenditures.
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Determined project specifications by thoroughly studying performance standards, requirements and technical studies.
- Established and maintained productive working relationships with stakeholders.
- Monitored project progress, ensuring conformance to design specifications and safety standards.
- Managed project documents, blueprints and specifications.
Leader, Process & Maintenance
Philip Morris International - PM Turkey
izmir
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Identified and resolved process issues to drive optimal workflow and business growth.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to conduct thorough discovery and due diligence on existing processes.
- Partnered with managers to identify and capitalize on sales trends and brand initiatives.
- Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
Education
Master of Science - Technical Management
FachhochschuleOldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven
Germany 09.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Middle East Technical University
Turkey 09.2001 - 07.2005
Skills
Production processes
Project manager supervision
Business process re-engineering
Advanced problem solving
Project planning and development
Lean manufacturing and design
Timeline
Manager Production
Philip Morris - PM TM
02.2021 - Current
Manager Project Engineering
Philip Morris International - PM Philsa
01.2020 - 02.2021
Manager Asset Engineering
Philip Morris International - PM Philsa
01.2017 - 01.2020
Senior Engineer
Philip Morris International - PM Italy
04.2016 - 11.2017
Leader, Process & Maintenance
Philip Morris International - PM Turkey
01.2014 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Technical Management
FachhochschuleOldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven
09.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Middle East Technical University
09.2001 - 07.2005